đź’¦ Detailing What's the go-to random action polisher these days?
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pricey but you get what you pay for.
adams is just cheap ass china crap
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adams is just cheap ass china crap
FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher Set
FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher Set - The FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher is an orbital polisher with a 15 mm throw that will remove swirls, scratches, and more from your paint all without having to plug in a cord! Months of ...
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Hard To justify spending that much for a weekend warrior/enthusiast though.
pricey but you get what you pay for.
adams is just cheap ass china crap
FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher Set
FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher Set - The FLEX XFE15 150 Cordless Orbital Polisher is an orbital polisher with a 15 mm throw that will remove swirls, scratches, and more from your paint all without having to plug in a cord! Months of ...
if i ever see you outtt n about you can take my dewalt for a cruise.
or
greasy has one as well of course.
DEWALT Cordless all day long in my opinion. Obviously I am biased here, but the unit works very well and no cord makes it a dream.
that's of course with a battery/charger.
$279 if you're already bleeding yellow.
DEWALT 20-Volt MAX Cordless 5 in. Variable Speed Random Orbit Polisher (Tool Only)-DCM848B - The Home Depot
This 5 in. Random Orbit Polisher features a brushless motor for efficient performance and runtime. The variable-speed trigger and dial allow for better control during car, headlight, windshield, and glass
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I don’t have a battery yet.
i gotchya.
you'd almost be better buying the bare tool from like here:
Dewalt DCM848B 20V Max Xr 5 In. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher (Tool Only)
Buy Dewalt DCM848B 20V Max Xr 5 In. Variable-Speed Random Orbit Polisher (Tool Only) with an everyday low price and fast shipping! JB Tools
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for $250
then finding a tool with a battery for around $200-250.
you likely don't need this string trimmer but if you could use it, it's basically free at $450 with the same battery/charger. who cares about the bag.
DEWALT 20V MAX Brushless Cordless Battery Powered String Trimmer Kit with (1) 5Ah Battery & Charger DCST922P1 - The Home Depot
This 20-Volt MAX 14 in. String Trimmer features an innovative folding hinge mechanism that reduces the length by 41% for accessible storage and quick portability. The QuickLoad Spool allows for fast and
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I'm heavily enticed. Though I hate to admit it, I'll probably get the DeWALT bare. Just need to set my ass down and find/stick the pads and chemicals in the cart and just order the damn things. Just going to go with a good polish for light swirls and scratches, then a good wax. Keep it simple for ol' Speed here. Not picky on brands, don't need a 13 step program (yet).
Chemical Guys V34 and V36 for polish. They are cheap, easy to use, and give good results with a random orbital. V34 is a light duty compound and V36 for light swirls or as a finishing polish.
Otherwise look at all in one products. Wolfgang Uber All in One is something I've been wanting to try.
Otherwise look at all in one products. Wolfgang Uber All in One is something I've been wanting to try.
Good luck with that
. You buy one thing that works well and you like... but then you see a review for something new and start to wonder if it’s even better than what you currently use. Rinse and repeat and then you have enough product to last a couple years and are still buying stuff.Mildly?
For now. Over winter or spring the enticement will intensify. Have a few other projects and tools I need to buy first
Oh I already have this problem, LOL. It's been growing for years.Good luck with that
For now. Over winter or spring the enticement will intensify. Have a few other projects and tools I need to buy first
The Chemical Guys, Meguiars, and Griots seem to have the most consistent positive reviews. But each has multiple versions of the same thing depending on how focused you want to get. That is what makes it confusing and a little frustrating. Which one of their six polishes do I get? That doesn't even account for cutting compounds, waxes/top coats, etc. Just need something simple to start with as a novice, and I'll see how it goes then work up from there.
The polisher has been in my cart for about two weeks, lol... just sorting out the rest now.
What do you think of this for the "light" polish? The V38 is $25 on its own, so two for $30:
Amazon.com: Chemical Guys GAP_VKIT_101 V36 Optical Grade Cutting Polish and V38 Final Polish (16 Ounce) (2 Items): Automotive
Buy Chemical Guys GAP_VKIT_101 V36 Optical Grade Cutting Polish and V38 Final Polish (16 Ounce) (2 Items): Polishing & Rubbing Compounds - Amazon.com âś“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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These pads (will one of each be enough?)
I have a new bottle of this for the wax:
Amazon.com: Griot's Garage 11171 Best of Show Wax - 16 oz.: Automotive
Buy Griot's Garage 11171 Best of Show Wax - 16 oz.: Waxes - Amazon.com âś“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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Come to think of it, I have an almost new bottle of this too. Use this in place of the Chemical Guys V38?
Amazon.com: Griot's Garage 10876 Complete Polish 16oz , Yellow: Automotive
Buy Griot's Garage 10876 Complete Polish 16oz, Yellow: Polishing & Waxing Kits - Amazon.com âś“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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I’m at work on my phone so I can’t give this the proper attention. I’ve only used CG shampoo and their vinyl rubber and plastic so I can’t comment on their polishes or pads. I believe
IDAFC21 has so he may be able to offer some insight. I’ve only used the meguiars polishes and lake county CCS pads. My next polish I may try some of Menzernas offerings.
IDAFC21 has so he may be able to offer some insight. I’ve only used the meguiars polishes and lake county CCS pads. My next polish I may try some of Menzernas offerings.
Don't over complicate it. Chemical Guys V34 and V36 with 3 Lake Country orange pads and 3 Lake Country white pads.
Don't bother with other pad colors besides orange and white. Grey is okay if you plan to apply sealants or top coats with your machine, but I personally prefer to do wax/sealants by hand. Gives me a chance to take a closer look and check my work as I finish it. On a perfectly clean, polished car, it only takes minutes to wax a midsize car by hand.
Meguiars M105 and M205 is another very proven combo with a random orbital. Tons of write-ups and info on this combo.
Don't bother with other pad colors besides orange and white. Grey is okay if you plan to apply sealants or top coats with your machine, but I personally prefer to do wax/sealants by hand. Gives me a chance to take a closer look and check my work as I finish it. On a perfectly clean, polished car, it only takes minutes to wax a midsize car by hand.
Meguiars M105 and M205 is another very proven combo with a random orbital. Tons of write-ups and info on this combo.
weekend warrior needs cordless tools ? I'm just saying, I considered the adam's knock off of the Rupes ibrid nano and I've only read bad reviews.
Everyone is free to spend their money where they want.
I would not waste my money on CG polishes either.
weekend warrior, LOL. Yes, I am the definition of that.
I have no problem going corded for what I'm looking to do. Got something in mind that I could get instead and save some $$$? I just thought about the DeWALT cordless cause I already have a stack of 20v XR batteries and a couple of chargers.
And appreciate the info on avoiding the CG polishes.
would be nice if someone had a "basic" kit that threw you a decent tool, bunch of pads, and some decent starter chemicals (compound?, polish, wax, etc). Label them too. like matching numbers on which pads go with which chemicals. Just to get a newbie started and comfortable with what to look for and then expand on in the future.
If my truck wasn't in such bad shape I'd just hand you the keys, trust me.... But I wouldn't want to waste your time having to avoid chunks of rust and rot. Same with the g/f's car where the clear on the top of the fenders is shot and the hood is following close behind.
I'm still thinking about bring my car to you. It has that Infiniti "self healing" paint that personally I don't think does squat, but not sure how easily it is to fuck it up, so obviously wouldn't start there.
I have no problem going corded for what I'm looking to do. Got something in mind that I could get instead and save some $$$? I just thought about the DeWALT cordless cause I already have a stack of 20v XR batteries and a couple of chargers.
And appreciate the info on avoiding the CG polishes.
would be nice if someone had a "basic" kit that threw you a decent tool, bunch of pads, and some decent starter chemicals (compound?, polish, wax, etc). Label them too. like matching numbers on which pads go with which chemicals. Just to get a newbie started and comfortable with what to look for and then expand on in the future.
If my truck wasn't in such bad shape I'd just hand you the keys, trust me.... But I wouldn't want to waste your time having to avoid chunks of rust and rot. Same with the g/f's car where the clear on the top of the fenders is shot and the hood is following close behind.
I'm still thinking about bring my car to you. It has that Infiniti "self healing" paint that personally I don't think does squat, but not sure how easily it is to fuck it up, so obviously wouldn't start there.
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